1987 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Because 1966 Triumph Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Civic | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |